Jack Conan, a two-time British and Irish Lion who earned 62 caps since his debut in 2015, told the Ireland Rugby Social podcast that Andy Farrell has successfully transformed the atmosphere within the Irish squad.
Conan highlighted how the new leadership approach has encouraged athletes to open up about their feelings, marking a distinct departure from previous management styles under Joe Schmidt's tenure.
Farrell took charge of the national team in 2019 after previously serving as a defence coach during the era of the former head coach.
The Bray native expressed his ambition to remain competitive and available for selection throughout next year's Six Nations campaign.
Conan stated that despite advancing in age, he does not feel physically declining and remains confident about his ability to perform on difficult days.
He emphasised his strong desire to feature at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, which is scheduled to take place in October of that year.
The conversation also touched upon Conan's recent shoulder injury and his ongoing assessment of his physical readiness for international duty.